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How can Chinese classes help students?

In Melbourne, Victoria and really all around Australia, language learning is unfortunately not something that stars in our traditional school experience. We can probably all relate to the feeling of taking language courses throughout primary school and high school, and only being left with the basics of grammar and vocabulary, with barely enough to have a proper face to face conversation! This is even truer for a language like the two major Chinese languages, Mandarin and Cantonese, which take students years of education just to master the characters and basic vocabulary and grammar.

Chinese (specifically Mandarin) is actually the most spoken language in both Victoria and Australia in general, (excluding English of course), thanks to the thriving Chinese communities made up of a range of people, from recent immigrants to kids whose families have been in Australia for generations. Speaking Chinese, even at a lower level, can allow students to get more involved in the vibrant community in Melbourne, and get in contact with a new culture as they learn.

Another benefit of classes is that any travel in China will be a much more authentic experience, as you will be able to have a conversation with native speakers and get a more in-depth knowledge of the culture at every location.

Once students have reached a certain level, a Chinese course in Melbourne can also allow students to access some interesting business opportunities! In Melbourne or Victoria, you could work as a translator, a teacher, a tour guide and much more. Plus, the ever-growing trade between Australia and China mean the business world is always looking for people who have high-level Chinese skills. It's important to note that Chinese is made up of many different languages, so if you're studying for business, make sure to learn the best dialect for your goals, be it Mandarin, Cantonese or any other.

Why a private course trumps traditional school education

While it's becoming more common for students to have access to Chinese lessons at primary and high school, it's not the norm for most students in public education in Victoria. The majority of students who take Chinese classes either look at a private language school or an individual tutor. This range of education experiences can be beneficial for students in different ways.

Unsurprisingly, the education system in Australia is very Westernised and teachers are tied to quite a strict curriculum. The means that Chinese language teachers in Australia may not be spending the right amount of time on different topics, or have difficulty with cultural nuance in vocabulary and conversation, especially if they are not native level speakers.

This is why so many students decide on classes with a private tutor. Whether you need lessons as part of a school or your business, or you're simply fascinated by the opportunity to learn to read and write in new characters and learn about the culture of a high percentage of the world's population, private classes are probably going to help you reach your goals the best.

Advantages range from the logistical to the actual teaching of the course. Private tutors are generally more flexible with their time and location and can give lessons both online and face to face. This makes it a whole lot easier to fit classes into a busy schedule. As a student, you'll be well-served by a tutor who is only focusing on you, your needs and your goals, whether it's improving grammar and vocabulary, learning to write and read characters or improving your conversation level. They can prepare each lesson in a way that works to your abilities and interests. If you're more interested in the cultural, historical or business contexts of the language, then that's what your classes can focus on.

What about private Chinese lessons for kids?

Children are much better at learning languages than most adults, so a private Chinese course could be very useful. So many students taking Chinese lessons in Australia are children who start lessons so they can communicate with their families, and better connect to their cultural heritage. These kids often take part in group lessons on the weekend or after school. While they might be pretty fun, they might not be the best way to guarantee that every student is getting the best from their classes, especially if they don't feel they are at the same level as the other students in the class.

A course with a private tutor can help kids to catch up on things that they might have missed, or cater for children whose style of learning isn't found in the traditional classroom. Superprof tutors have the teaching experience to know how to make lessons appeal to students of younger years, as well as the skills to make it fun! Giving children the opportunity to learn in a private and safe environment can not only help their language level rise but also give them more confidence in their abilities and life in general. They'll become Chinese language stars in no time!

Now that you know how Chinese classes can benefit you, it's time to start looking for your perfect teacher. Superprof's online database of teachers in Melbourne, Victoria and across Australia can make your search much easier. On each teacher's online profile, you'll find information like their years of teaching experience, the courses they offer and be able to read reviews from past students. Once you've chosen the perfect teacher for you, you can easily contact them and organise your first Chinese lesson (which most teachers even offer free). Once you get going, you will start to improve your language level class by class, gain confidence and be having a conversation with a native speaker in no time!